Her secret to the fudgiest brownies is genius.

I’ve tried countlesshomemade brownie recipesand haven’t found one I like more than my go-to Ghirardelli boxed mix.

Katharine Hepburn’s recipe changes that.

How to Make Katharine’s Brownies

Katharine’s recipe is just about as easy as a mix.

You’ll need just eight ingredients and five minutes to mix them all together.

What Makes These Brownies Special?

According to a story in theNew York Times, Katharine shared her secret to thebest brownieswith a neighbor.

“Don’t put too much flour in your brownies,” she advises.

This helps keep the brownies moist and soft.

I can attest to her trick; these brownies are incredibly fudgy and rich.

The toasted nuts add the perfect amount of crunch to each bite.

They’re a must-tryif you like fudge-like brownies.

If you prefer acake-like brownie, this probably isn’t the recipe for you.

Try customizing them with your favorite nut, or leave them out altogether.

I will definitely make this again next time I want to skip the boxed mix.